We reached out to a pair of experts from two of the nation’s top veterinary medicine schools—Dr. Sherry Sanderson of the University of Georgia and Dr. Edward Cooper of the Ohio State University—to find out which common fruits are safe for dogs to eat and which ones they should avoid:

Sanderson was quick to point out that most commonly eaten fruits are fine for dogs to eat sparingly.

“Where I have concerns is if pet owners want to give large quantities of these fruits to their dogs,” she said. “If they get carried away with doing that, they could disrupt the nutrient balance of a complete and balanced commercial diet.”

Sanderson recommended that pet owners limit fruit intake to less than 10 percent of a dog’s daily caloric intake.

While both experts agreed that lemons are generally safe for dogs to eat, Sanderson said she would avoid giving them to a pet “out of kindness.” Meanwhile, Cooper joked that it “can be fun to watch their reaction to the bitterness.”

It’s important to keep this list in mind when sharing food with your furry friends!

Other Foods To Steer Clear Of

There are some other foods that your four-legged friends just can’t process, either.

What may seem like a normal snack to us can be severely damaging to your pet. Keep your pooch happy and healthy by knowing what food should and shouldn’t be a part of their diet. It may sound simple, but it is vital when you own an animal.

Just like humans, dogs can also have allergic reactions. It only takes one table scrap to learn if you pet has one. Avoid giving your pet any leftovers of your food when you’re eating. By establishing this rule in your household, you can eliminate any unknown risk to your pet. Now, that makes for a happy family. Wondering what types of food could be toxic to your dog? Here are a few foods that your dog should never eat.

1. Chewing Gum

Several types of chewing gum contain an artificial sweetener called xylitol. This chemical allows for insulin to be released into the bloodstream, which isn’t good for most dogs. Too much insulin can cause blood sugar levels to drop, which leads to one unhappy pup. Harmful side effects can include seizures, vomiting, and even liver failure.

5. Onions

Eating onions in any form can lead to onion poisoning in your pet. Onion poisoning causes the breakdown of red blood cells, weight loss, and depression.

6. Raw Meat

Even though wild dogs look cool eating raw meat in the movies, it may not be so good for your house pet. Raw meat can contain loads of bacteria that can cause vomiting and other stomach issues for your dog. If you want to feed your pet any scraps of meat, make sure to cook it thoroughly.